The popular tech tester known as JerryRigEverything recently put the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus through a comprehensive durability assessment. Across the tests, the base models demonstrated stronger resistance to bending than the titanium-framed iPhone 15 Pro Max. In the one notable moment where a bending attempt was applied to the titanium variant, the device did not bend but its back glass cracked under the force. In contrast, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus, which rely on a steel frame, resisted bending more effectively and did not crack their back glass under the same pressure. (Citation: JerryRigEverything)
During the session, the tester also evaluated the resilience of the screen protectors. The iPhone 15 base model showed good resistance, with only visible scratches appearing when a tool rated at 6 on the Mohs hardness scale touched its surface. This level of hardness is enough to deter incidental scratches from everyday metal contact. Earlier tests on the iPhone 15 Pro Max revealed a similar outcome, reinforcing the notion that all four models share a robust protective layer. (Citation: JerryRigEverything)
Another segment of the session explored how the frame geometry responds to stress and how the display reacts to heat. The tester exposed the device to a flame from a lighter for a few seconds. A small dot appeared on the screen as it heated up, shortly after which the dot disappeared, suggesting temporary surface changes that did not lead to lasting damage in this instance. (Citation: JerryRigEverything)
Overall, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus delivered durability results comparable to the iPhone 15 Pro Max across the tested scenarios, including resistance to bending. The findings align with the overall build quality expectations for Apple’s latest generation, indicating that the core chassis and protective layers are well matched across the lineup. (Citation: JerryRigEverything)
There has been anticipation around whether the budget iPhone SE 4 would inherit features from the new iPhone 15 Pro family. While that discussion continues in broader industry chatter, the direct durability tests focused on the standard iPhone 15 and its larger counterpart, with the held-to-test outcomes offering a practical baseline for real-world use. (Citation: JerryRigEverything)